Patio deck extension

ABSTRACT

The table top portion of the patio deck extension is aligned in a row with spaces between the 4 major slats and is secured at the bottom with cross members to form a base. The sides are then mounted around the perimeter. The angled support stabilizers are mounted to the cross members on the bottom of the deck extensions platform then attached to the existing deck uprights (Ballasts). All parts are secured using screws of various lengths. The purpose of this invention is to create additional deck space; it allows the home owner to use the patio deck extension to aid in storing, servicing and entertaining without infringing on their existing deck space.

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

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STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

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REFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING, A TABLE, OR A COMPUTER PROGRAM LISTINGCOMPACT DISC APPENDIX

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The concept of this product/invention was brought to light (developed)due to the ever increasing nature of condensed housing in major citiesthroughout the world. The reduction in patio deck sizes has created aneed for increased outdoor counter space for entertaining purposes,without infringing upon the current floor space of the existing deck andwithout taking away from the decks square footage.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

It is the object of the invention/product to create more usable deckspace. This invention/product allows for the mounting of the deckextender to be flush with the top rail of the upright. To enhancestability there are angled struts that mount to the bottom of theplatform and the opposite ends to the existing styles of the deckuprights. To address drainage issues the invention/product has spacesbetween the slats that make up the platform, and by using pressuretreated boards and galvanized screws the inclement weather conditionswill not cause any type of deterioration or failures.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWING

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DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The pressure treated fence board slats are aligned in a row with spacesbetween the slats and are secured at the bottom with cross members toform a base. The sides are then mounted around the perimeter in order toprotect items from sliding or falling off the platform. The angledstabilizers are mounted to the bottom supports of the platform thenattached to the existing deck uprights. All parts are attached usinggalvanized screws of various lengths.

This patent application is being sought for various designs of theintended use. The wood material has been referenced as pressure treatedfence board, but the product may be made using any type oflumber/material that is strong enough to support the product andavailable in the marketplace, such as, pine, oak, cedar, plastic, vinyl,PVC, particle board, varying compositions of wood, etc. The fasteningmaterials have been referred to as galvanized screws, but the productmay be secured using any type of material that is strong enough tosupport the product and is available in the market place, such as, heavyduty staples, nails, screws, etc.

1. A deck extension that does not interfere with the inner space of anexisting patio deck, while still allowing for easy access to any and allmaterials that are being stored on its surface.
 2. The deck extension isproduced using pressure treated fence board, pine, oak, cedar, plastic,vinyl, PVC, particle board, steel, aluminum and varying compositions ofwood or related plank like materials.
 3. The deck extension is securedand fastened by using screws made of steel or galvanized and otherfasteners such as nails, staples, glue, and a multitude of other typesof fastening devices.
 4. The rear stabilizer support beams are made ofpressure treated wood, pine, oak, cedar, PVC, particle board, steel,aluminum and varying compositions of wood or related plank likematerials.
 5. The surface planks are separated to allow for drainage. 6.The platform of the patio deck extension can be made out of any numberof planks or as one solid piece.